[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 14 (Wednesday, February 8, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E96]
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                    CONGRATULATING THOMAS G. BARTON

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                              HON. TED POE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 8, 2006

  Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate Mr. Thomas G. Barton, 
Jr. on his recent offer of appointment to the United States Military 
Academy at West Point. Thomas sought a nomination to West Point through 
my office, competing with a group of highly qualified applicants. He 
passed the evaluation process, and I am proud to have given him a 
Congressional nomination.
  Thomas is currently enrolled in the West Point Civil Preparatory 
Program in Roswell, New Mexico, which speaks volumes about his passion 
to get into West Point. He has the military in his blood. Thomas's 
father and brother are both graduates of West Point's distinguished 
program.
  A review of Thomas's life and qualities demonstrate that he should 
make an excellent cadet at West Point and hopefully an excellent 
officer. Thomas has a sense of duty to serve, as shown by the fact that 
he has achieved the elite rank of Eagle Scout. He has shown dedication 
as a member of the Kingwood High School Lacrosse Team, where he was 
voted captain by the rest of the team. He has held leadership positions 
also in the Kingwood High marching band and the Boy Scouts. He won the 
coveted K Award--for best in class--for Outstanding Musical 
Contribution.
  Mr. Speaker, Thomas is a fine young man who will serve his country 
with distinction. He understands the challenges and the commitment that 
lies ahead of him because his family is steeped in military tradation. 
We wish him good fortune in this new chapter of his life.
  Thomas Barton will make us proud. America will be better because of 
Thomas Barton's choice to serve our country.

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